Charities In Somerset
Discover 2,582 charities in Somerset. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Writhlington Trust
Beneficiary group, LeisureSporting activities, Fitness classes, Holiday activities, Children's Parties, Community Education, Soft play centre, Gyms
Addiction Recovery Agency LTD
HealthARA provides services to help people who have drug,alcohol and gambling addiction problems. ARA also provides services to help people with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
The Royal Bath And West Of England Society
Economic and community developmentThe Society supports the rural economy by showcasing new technologies, providing a marketing platform for rural business, knowledge transfer activities such as seminars, conferences, open days and exhibitions. Grants are available for personal development and projects in the furtherance of agriculture and the rural economy.
Westcountry Rivers Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Environment, HeritageFarm visits and educate farmers to adopt sustainable practices; conferences and work with institutions to educate the public about resource protection issues; catchment restoration to restore rivers and improve land management; research based on habitat protection and species conservation including fish stocks and migration; liaise with policy makers to benefit the public through conservation.
Somerset Community Foundation
Somerset Community Foundation is a charity that helps passionate people in Somerset change the world on their doorstep by funding local charities and inspiring local giving and philanthropy.
The Cathedral Church Of St Andrew In Wells
Arts, ReligionThe Cathedral Church of St Andrew in Wells, known as Wells Cathedral, is foremost a place of worship and the seat of the Bishop of Bath & Wells. It is also a heritage attraction, a concert and exhibition venue, a community space and a centre for learning.
Young Somerset
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentWe are the largest youth work charity in Somerset and our mission is to put young people first. We deliver our vision through provision of Open Access Youth Work, targeted Skills Development and Social Action - with our Wellbeing Service running throughout. We encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves and become actively involved in shaping the communities in which they live.
Breakthrough - Transformation Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationEmpowering & equipping individuals and families who experience serious challenges, to take competent charge of their lives, to live well and contribute to the wider community. This is achieved through behavioural, mental and physical health interventions & education with nationally recognised qualifications and supported employment. Participants are given long-term follow up and support.
The Elmhurst Foundation
Charitable activities, Health, LeisureThe provision of a range of apprenticeships for the local community. To advance the education of the public in health and wellbeing-wellness, through traditional, holistic therapies and practices, including yoga. To share its capacity and learning for public benefit with its community locally; specifically neighbouring charities with similar purposes. Refer also to the Trust - charity no. 1126479.
Mind In Somerset
HealthProvision of services, advice, support, guidance and information in the field of mental health, but not exclusively and may cover other areas of need.
Thistledown Education Trust
Beneficiary groupTHE PROVISION OF BUILDINGS, FACILITIES AND GRANTS FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE.
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, HousingExeter Northcott Theatre serves a catchment of 551,000 homes from its home on the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus with a programme of touring drama, dance, opera, music, comedy and family theatre . A flagship for the city, the theatre plays a vital role in Exeter's cultural life acting as a magnet for thousands of people of all ages interested in attending and taking part in live theatre.
Orchard Vale Trust Limited
Beneficiary group, HousingThe founding and running of homes and services for people with learning disabilities
1610 Limited
Leisure1. The advancement and support of education, cultural services and other related provision.2. The delivery/ management of leisure and recreation facilities- provision for hard to reach groups and key target groups that have barriers to participation3. The promotion and delivery of heath and wellbeing programmes4. PE and sport5. Other appropriate charitable proposes that have public benefit
Haynes Motor Museum LTD
HeritageHaynes Motor Museum displays an extensive Collection of vehicles from throughout the ages along with associated interpretation on all aspects of automotive technology. Our mission is to inspire this generation and the next to explore, discover and experience the motor car, to empower them to learn and invite them to question.
Royal United Hospital Charitable Fund
Charity and VCS support, HealthThe Charity's aims are to further the charitable objectives relating to the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and continue to work with the RUH and RNHRD to improve the facilities & services for patients & staff. The main fundraising arm of the Charity, the Forever Friends Appeal, is continuing to fund major campaigns, as well as supporting all wards and departments.
Swan Advocacy Network
Charitable activities, HealthProvides independent advocacy; independent mental health advocacy; and independent mental capacity advocacy to adults who meet referral criteria and who live in the counties of Wiltshire (excluding Swindon), Bath and North East Somerset
Glastonbury Abbey
HeritageThe charity maintains and cares for the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and the surrounding 36 acres/15 hectares of grounds enjoyed by 100,000 visitors a year from all over the world. Our museum explains the history of the abbey, presents its collections and hosts exhibitions and education activities. An events programme includes tours, talks and costumed re-enactors. We are open 364 days a year.
Somerset And Avon Rape And Sexual Abuse Support
Charitable activities, Health, Social welfareSARSAS offers a specialist sexual violence support service for survivors of any type of sexual violence at any time in their lives. We do this through running our helpline 0808 801 0456 or 0117 929 8868, telephone and face to face support, email support and counselling.
The Community Council For Somerset
Our vision is for vibrant and viable communities with healthy, happy people and strong, sustainable businesses, the perfect place to live and work . We do this through our aims of strengthening communities, innovation and encourage enterprise, supporting and serving people and tackling disadvantage
Somerset Activity And Sports Partnership
LeisureTo promote physical activity and sport in Somerset to provide significant benefits for everyone by creating a healthier and more active community. To provide help towards the education and development of Physical Education and Sport in both education establishments and the community as a whole.
American Museum & Gardens
Arts, Facilities, HeritageThe mission of the American Museum is to educate, stimulate, and inspire its visitors in order to further the understanding of American history and culture. The Museum carries out this mission through the presentation of its historic rooms, its decorative art and folk art collections, and its special exhibitions, publications, educational programmes, and gardens.
Citizens Advice Somerset
Charitable activitiesCitizens Advice Somerset aims to ensure that everyone has somewhere trusted to turn to for help and advice. Our services empower people and advocate for social change. We enable clients to act early to prevent a problem becoming a long term issue, address those critical issues and crisis that affect their lives and to tackle the underlying causes of inequality, financial distress and injustice
Empire Fighting Chance
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureEmpire Fighting Chance (EFC) helps young people who are failing at school, in danger of drifting into a life of unemployment or even crime, and helps them turn their lives around. We run intensive mentoring and personal development programmes alongside a physcial activity. EFC perform remedial work on numeracy and literacy,preparation for employment courses,sports and mentoring qualifications
The Park School (yeovil) Limited
Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure** IN LIQUIDATION **TO PROVIDE A SCHOOL WITH A CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION FOR BOYS AND GIRLS. THE PARK SCHOOL IS A BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL AND PROVIDES EDUCATION FOR BOTH SEXES FROM THE AGES OF 4-18 YEARS. THE SCHOOL SETS OUT TO ENABLE ALL PUPILS TO FULFIL THEIR ACADEMIC POTENTIAL AS WELL AS PROVIDING AN EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME WHICH AIMS TO DEVELOP LIFE-LONG LEISURE INTERESTS.